Archive for May 2022
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Celebrate in safety and have a wonderful Platinum Jubilee
Tuesday 31 May 2022
Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service wishes people a wonderful Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, but is urging people to consider fire and outdoor safety as they plan their celebrations for this unique long weekend (2-5 June).
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It’s time for all boats to have suitable smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, says Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service.
Monday 30 May 2022
During the national ‘Fire Kills’ Campaign’s Boat Fire Safety Week, (30 May – 5 June), the two counties’ firefighters will be giving this message to boaters:
“It’s time for all boats to have suitable smoke and carbon monoxide (CO) alarms.” -
How a Spring Clean could save your life! Says HWFRS
Tuesday 24 May 2022
It may be the last month of spring, but there’s still time to squeeze in a final spring clean. As part of the Fire Kills campaign, Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service is asking people to clear the clutter that may be blocking escape routes and to make sure their family, guests and loved ones know how to get out, stay out, and call 999 in the event of a fire.
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Second HWFRS fire engine delivered to Poland to support Ukraine firefighters
Monday 23 May 2022
Following a request from the Home Office and National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC), all UK Fire Services were asked to donate any equipment and vehicles that were due to be replaced, decommissioned or disposed of, to Ukraine’s Firefighters.
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Animal rescue capability enhanced with arrival of new HWFRS appliances
Friday 20 May 2022
Animals in danger will find themselves in even safer hands when the fire service is called out to their assistance, thanks to the arrival of new appliances in Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service’s fleet.
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Challenging firefighting exercise takes place at Defford Airfield training facility
Thursday 19 May 2022
HWFRS firefighters from across Worcestershire have taken part in a challenging ‘command and control’ exercise at the Service’s Defford Airfield training facility, which called for a wide range of their skills and expertise.
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HWFRS offers its support to National Sprinkler Week campaign
Wednesday 18 May 2022
Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service (HWFRS) is supporting the National Fire Chiefs Council’s (NFCC) National Sprinkler Week campaign.
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Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service supports Dementia Action Week
Monday 16 May 2022
Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service (HWFRS) is again supporting Dementia Action Week, running from 16 – 22 May.
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HWFRS is celebrating Mental Health Awareness Week to help combat loneliness
Friday 06 May 2022
Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service is celebrating Mental Health Awareness Week across the two counties.
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Crews fighting significant fire in Redditch
Friday 06 May 2022
Hereford & Worcester Fire and Rescue Service crews were called at 04:57 to a building fire on an industrial estate at Padgets Lane in Redditch.
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